Explore books, programs, volunteer opportunities, study spaces and more for teens!
A Space Just for Teens
You will find a space just for teens at our Capilano, Lynn Valley and Parkgate locations – all branches have tables for studying, along with teen books, graphic novels, manga, video games and more. At Parkgate, there is even a study room dedicated for teens. At Lions Gate, we have a small selection of teen books but staff are happy to bring over books from our other branches!
Digital Books, Audiobooks, and Magazines on the Libby App
Did you know that there are certain titles from NVDPL that can only be found as digital materials? Especially audiobooks, manga, and graphic novels! Download the free Libby app to your Apple or Android mobile device or read on your Kobo. Find out more about Libby or get started searching for your next favourite digital read right from our catalogue.
Free Online Arts & Crafts Courses
If you enjoy arts & crafts, Creativebug is your online gateway to a new hobby. Learn through thousands of video classes with activities for all ages and new content added daily. Instructional videos on sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, drawing, painting, paper crafts, jewelry, food & home, holiday & party, and more.
Teen Summer Activities
Summer Reading Challenge: Into the Woods
June 8 – September 4
It’s finally summer! Time to get outside, explore new things, and connect with friends, nature, and community. Discover new adventures in reading with our reading challenges. Get creative with our non-reading challenges. Take advantage of the nature of the North Shore, or wherever your travels take you! Complete as many challenges as you can and win prizes as you go.
Teen Writing Contest: Metamorphosis
Submission deadline: September 7
Calling all young authors! We’re looking for teen writers going into grades 7 to 12 to create original short stories on the theme metamorphosis! Finalists will receive a gift card and have their submissions added to the library’s permanent collection!
Get Involved
Teen Advisory Group
The Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a group of high school students interested in being involved with the library. We want to hear your ideas, concerns and suggestions! We meet once a month during the school year at Capilano, Lynn Valley and Parkgate branches to talk about teen services and programs and do fun stuff—make buttons, buy books, create activities for younger kids, be in parades, host photo contest receptions, etc. Always new & different—and there’s snacks.
Contact TAG@nvdpl.ca for more info, and check Programs & Events for the next meeting.
Teen Volunteering and Other Free Library Programs at NVDPL
During various times of the year, volunteering opportunities can include Book Buddies, Tech Tutoring, and help with special library events.
Contact TAG@nvdpl.ca to request to be added to our volunteer call-out email list, which is sent when any new opportunities arise.
To get more ideas for volunteer opportunities outside the library, look at the North Shore Youth Volunteer Directory.
